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Track takes two in season’s first meet

Track takes two in season’s first meet
Both men’s and women’s teams beat La Verne in season-opening dual meet.
Austin Green and Thecla Li February 16, 2019

Men’s and women’s track started off their seasons on the right foot Saturday, as each team beat their counterparts from the University of La Verne in a rare home dual meet. MAUMALANGA MASHES RECORD On the women’s side, sophomore Anna Maumalanga picked up where she left off last season with wins...

Softball splits six in Tucson

Softball splits six in Tucson
The Eagles recorded their first victories in the Nikki Udria era over a weekend in Arizona.
Joel Ashor and Austin Green February 16, 2019

Softball headed to Tucson, Arizona to compete in the two-day DII Cactus Classic on Friday and Saturday, splitting their six games there with three wins and three losses. The Eagles recorded their first wins under new head coach Nikki Udria after they lost two close games against Hope International University...

Baseball erupts for nine runs in comeback win

Baseball erupts for nine runs in comeback win
Offense heats up late as Eagles take down San Diego Christian at home.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 16, 2019

Baseball returned home for their second home game of the season on Saturday against San Diego Christian College. Biola fell behind 4-0 early, but an offensive explosion that started in the fifth inning gave the Eagles a 9-5 comeback win. SLOW START The Eagles’ bats struggled to string together hits...

Everything Eagles: Softball coach Nikki Udria brings DI resume

Everything Eagles: Softball coach Nikki Udria brings DI resume
Biola softball’s promising future is now in the hands of a young but decorated leader.
Austin Green, Managing Editor February 16, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 14, 2019). Less than two years ago, the starting shortstop for the University of Oregon softball team became just the fifth player in program history to be named a two-time NCAA Division I All-American. She got the award after her .394 batting...

Baseball ushers in new era under Justin Duarte

Baseball ushers in new era under Justin Duarte
Eagles are forced to adjust quickly to a new head of the program.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 15, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 14, 2019). A new season of baseball has arrived at Biola, and with it comes a major change in the program. Following the sudden resignation of former head coach Jay Sullenger, who coached the Eagles for five seasons, Biola must now transition to...

Men’s basketball loses nail-biter at Fresno Pacific

Men’s basketball loses nail-biter at Fresno Pacific
Eagles fight hard but lose close battle on the road.
Joey Mistretta February 15, 2019

Men’s basketball headed north to take on Fresno Pacific University on Thursday. The Eagles came into the game sixth in the PacWest, three spots ahead of conference rival FPU, which sat at ninth overall. This was an important game for Biola as they could reach a 9-8 record. Biola took the Sunbirds...

Chimes Athlete of the Week: Men’s Tennis’ Logan Blair

Chimes Athlete of the Week: Men’s Tennis’ Logan Blair
The sophomore has brought his game to a new level this year, winning his first two matches in straight sets.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 13, 2019

After playing in a lower spot last year as a freshman, sophomore Logan Blair has elevated his play and is now the Eagles’ No. 2 singles player. Blair has found success in his new spot, starting off the new season on a hot streak. In his opening match of the year against Hope International University...

Softball cannot stay ahead in doubleheader sweep

Freshman outfielder Sicili Brittingham takes a swing during Biola's doubleheader against Hope International on Feb. 12. The Eagles lost both games to the Royals.
Blown leads bite the Eagles, who open season with two straight losses to Hope International.
Austin Green, Managing Editor February 13, 2019

After rain interfered with Biola softball’s first four scheduled games, the Eagles got more than they bargained for in their long-awaited season opener against Hope International University, losing 3-2 in a nine-inning marathon on Tuesday. The Eagles were two outs away from giving Nikki Udria a win...

Women’s basketball loses in overtime

Women’s basketball loses in overtime
Eagles fall flat in overtime, resulting in tough defeat to CUI.
February 13, 2019

Biola women’s basketball hosted Concordia University Irvine at Chase Gymnasium on Tuesday night in a PacWest matchup. The Eagles fought hard, sending the game to overtime at 61 apiece, but then their shots went cold and CUI pulled away for a 72-63 win. Read more at Biola Athletics.  

Baseball brings the bats at Vanguard

Baseball brings the bats at Vanguard
The Eagles’ offensive explosion helps them to the first win of the season.
Joel Ashor, Sports Editor February 12, 2019

Baseball traveled to Vanguard University on Tuesday, looking to pick up their first victory of the year against their old conference rivals. The Eagles did just that, erupting on offense in an 11-5 victory over the Lions. After scoring no runs in their first game, Biola’s offense finally came alive,...

Women’s tennis on the wrong side of 4-1 defeat

Women’s tennis on the wrong side of 4-1 defeat
The Eagles fight, but are beaten by experienced San Diego Christian team.
February 9, 2019

Women’s tennis hosted their second straight match at the Biola Tennis Center to start the season, taking on San Diego Christian College on Saturday. Following an impressive 4-0 win over Hope International University on Thursday, the Hawks flipped the script on the Eagles, defeating them 4-1. Read...

Women’s tennis wins big in first match of the season

Women’s tennis wins big in first match of the season
Individual victories come from all around as tennis kicks off 2019.
Ashley Grams, Deputy News Editor February 7, 2019

Biola women’s tennis started off the new year strong with a sweeping win against Hope International University on Thursday afternoon at the Biola Tennis Center. The Eagles took the match in a 4-0 team victory, including wins for all three doubles teams. “It’s always nice to start the season...